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Classic Lemon Bars
 
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 9
These bars are simple enough for no-fuss dinners yet elegant enough for special celebrations. Regardless of when you serve them, I'm sure they'll be a hit at your home.—Melissa Mosness, Loveland, Colorado
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
filling:
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
confectioners' sugar
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; gradually beat in flour until blended.
2. Press into an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
3. For filling, in a small bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, lemon juice, flour and baking powder until frothy. Pour over crust.
4. Bake for 10-15 minutes longer or until set and lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares. Yield: 9 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com